The Luxor Las Vegas Hotel and Casino is a remarkable sight flying in to Las Vegas' McCarran Airport. You can not miss it on the left as your plane decends. Arrive during the day, and the 30-story Luxor pyramid shines in the desert sun. Arrive in Las Vegas at night and the Luxor's 7000 watt beacon can be seen for hundreds of miles.
With 4408 rooms the Luxor Las Vegas Hotel is the second largest hotel in the world - and second largest in Las Vegas, after the MGM -- making the Luxor a terrific themed resort.
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The Luxor Las Vegas Hotel is themed on ancient Egypt - at the times of the Pharaoh. The Luxor Pyramid is a stylized replica of the famous great pyramid of Giza. 
Some of the best rooms in the Luxor Las Vegas hotel are located in the pyramid itself. Go past the security guard to the "inclinator" as the elevator is called. Why "inclinator", well the elevator actually moves up at an angle following the outer walls of the pyramid. And the rooms in the Luxor pyramid have angled glass outside walls -- since the walls are angled just like the pyramid. You walk to your room on open walkways that overlook the atrium, also the world's largest. All told, this makes for an unforgettable hotel experience.
After its opening in 1993, the Luxor became an instant sensation. Soon planning began on expansion, and two additional twin "ziggurat" hotel towers were built, filling out the resort to its present size. These "east" and "west" towers are newer, so may have more modern rooms. Located between the Mandalay Bay Hotel and the Excalibur Hotel, the Luxor is in a prime location for restaurants, entertainment and casinos.
Of course the Luxor Hotel has a casino, after all it is in Las Vegas. Opposite the check-in desk the 120,000 square foot casino opens up wide. It is a full casino, with all the usual gambling possibilities, including baccarat, roulette, black jack, craps, slot machines and a sports book. More recently a poker room was opened, featuring poker tournaments and table games. The Luxor casino also has added a high limit area for players playing for big stakes.
The theme rides are an attraction for adults and kids of all ages. There is an IMAX motion simulator ride, which I found particularly engaging. The attractions also include various replicas of ancient Egypt including tombs and statues.
For entertainment, the Luxor Hotel features four shows, some adult themed. Crazy comic "Carrot Top" presently is performing in a theater with rotating shows. Check before buying tickets.
As for dining, the Luxor includes six restaurants, a "Pharaoh's Buffet" and food court. No shortage of selection, including:
- Luxor Steakhouse
- Fusia Luxor with Asian cuisine
- Cafe Girogio Italian cuisine
- Burger Bar
- La Salsa Mexican food
- Pyramid Cafe, open 24 hours in the casino
- Backstage Deli - a New York style deli. Check out the corned beef sandwiches.
- Pharaoh's Pheast Buffet - traditional Las Vegas opulence
- Food Court for fast food.
Amenities include a lot of what you expect at a resort:
- Spa
- Pool - 4 pools on 5 acres
- Luxor Wedding Coordinator
- Golf - No course, but concierge can set up tee times.
- Shopping - 29 stores
For business, there is approximately 21,000 sq. ft. of meeting and ballroom space.
Luxor Las Vegas Hotel and Casino Statistics:
- Rates: $$ - Medium
- Rooms: 4,408 in Pyramid and two ziggurat towers
- Casino: 120,000 square feet (11,000 meters)
- Theme: Ancient Egypt
- Attractions: Themed exhibits and rides
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